The Winchester XPR Thumbhole Varmint is a bolt-action varmint/sporting rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor that pairs a laminate thumbhole stock with a precision-oriented 24-inch barrel. Designed for field varmint work and precision shooting from the bench or rest, the platform emphasizes a stable sight picture and accessory readiness. It includes Winchester’s M.O.A. Trigger System and a detachable single-stack box magazine for controlled, repeatable operation.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 6.5 Creedmoor, suitable for varmint and precision field work.
- The barrel measures 24 inches and is button-rifled and free-floating to promote consistent accuracy.
- The rate of twist is 1:8″, matching common long-range bullet weights for this cartridge.
- The action is a Bolt-action fitted with the M.O.A. Trigger System and a two-position thumb safety.
- The rifle uses a detachable single-stack box magazine with a capacity of 3 rounds.
- The overall length is approximately 44 inches, offering a full-size field profile.
- The stock is a laminate thumbhole design with a raised cheek piece and provision for swivel studs on the forearm.
- The muzzle is threaded with a 5/8×24 pattern to accept common muzzle devices; a thread protector is included.
- Metal surfaces feature a Perma-Cote matte black / blued finish and the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts.
This XPR Thumbhole Varmint balances a stable laminated stock and a precision-oriented barrel for practical varmint work and range shooting. Features such as the threaded muzzle, drilled-and-tapped receiver, and M.O.A. trigger system make it a functional, no-nonsense platform. Its detachable single-stack magazine and two-position safety support straightforward, predictable operation for informed shooters.





